PBO vs SISC – St.Kitts CBI Pathways Compared

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The St.Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by investment programs offers two types of donation routes to investors seeking second citizenship. We explain key differences between the two options below..

SISC Contribution

The Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) provides a unique opportunity to invest in the future of St. Kitts and Nevis. This investment option under the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme enables discerning investors to contribute directly to the nation’s social and economic progress across seven development priorities. SISC contributions support key initiatives that strengthen St. Kitts and Nevis’ economic, social, and environmental landscape using seven pillars of prioritisation.

  1. Increasing local food production
  2. Transitioning to Green Energy
  3. Diversifying the economy
  4. Attracting and supporting sustainable industries
  5. Evolving the Creative Economy
  6. Recovering from the impacts of Covid-19
  7. Expanding social protections and safety nets for vulnerable groups

Public Benefit Option (PBO)

The Public Benefit Option provides the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis with a reliable way to achieve its capital investment goals while fostering economic growth. Qualified investors can contribute to significant projects that benefit the nation.

The PBO option can be slightly expensive for families because of applicable government fees, unlike SISC donation.

Key Differences

PBOSISC
BenefitSupporting national infrastructure and development projects. Nation’s social and economic progress to become Sustainable state
TypeContributionContribution
Minimum InvestmentUSD 250,000USD 250,000
Approved ProjectsNoneYes (5 projects)
Investment FeesMain Applicant: US$250,000

Post-approval fees:
*Spouse of the main applicant: US$15,000 Each – – *Qualified Dependant under 18: US$10,000
*Each Qualified Dependant 18 or over: US$15,000
Minimum Contributions: Main Applicant or Family (up to four members): US$250,000

Additional Dependants under 18: US$25,000 each Additional Dependants aged 18 or over: US$50,000 each
Government FeesYesNo
CitizenshipEligibleEligible
Processing90-120 days90-120 days
Source: SKN CIU

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